Thermal Engineer

Waltonen Engineering is actively seeking a Thermal Engineer to join our team!

A Thermal Management Engineer will support the design, development and release of subsystem componentry related to heating, cooling, and ventilation systems.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical & Thermal design engineering of power pack (engine/transmission), electronics, and crew cabin HVAC systems to meet customer requirements and specifications
• Derive vehicle-level performance requirements and develop and release engineering design specifications
• Develop alternative concepts and support or perform trade study analyses
• Design, select and integrate HVAC components and subsystems
• Track weight, cost, thermal, and power allocations
• Develop and maintain Technical Data Packages (TDPs); release drawings to the Engineering Release Plan (ERP)
• Prepare Statement of Work (SOW), Critical Item Development Specification (CIDS), Interface Control Document (ICD), and Source Selection Plan (SSP) for a Request for Proposal (RFP) to industry suppliers, or for other purposes as required.
• Perform source selection evaluation of supplier proposals.
• Manage supplier design development progress, technical action item list, and transfer of engineering communication; interface with suppliers virtually and onsite; evaluate supplier cost quotes
• Provide technical oversight and direction to suppliers during design development and validation to ensure performance, test, and/or design requirements are being met.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports and proposals; prepare for and present at formal Design Reviews
• Conduct engineering evaluations in a laboratory environment
• Investigate, respond, and implement corrective action to Production, supplier or field issues
• Support prototype builds, create test plans, execute tests and create test reports to validate designs, mitigate risks and/or troubleshoot problems
• Work with other engineering disciplines to exchange technical information and give direction to designers and prototype shop personnel• Plan, organize, and maintain records of progression to ensure successful completion of projects on schedule and within budget
• Develop plans and estimates for future projects (ROMs, BOEs, project plans, informal estimates) in response to customer and contractual requirements.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in a related role
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Demonstrated understanding of mechanical and thermal engineering principles
• Experience supporting prototype and/or production build activities
• Experience with Teamcenter and Vis Mockup is a plus
• Only United States Citizens can be considered
• Must Possess or be able to obtain a security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working on ground combat Vehicles 
• This position may require the candidate to be able to climb on/off, work in, and work around military vehicles 
• Must be able to pass ASR test (Anthropometric Size Requirement for confined space)
• Able to bring continuous improvement processes and methodologies to the position.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills are required
• Works well in a team and individually

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Vacation and Holiday pay
• Employer matching 401K
• Hybrid work schedule after 90 days for eligible positions
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Programs (FSAs)
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability insurance
• Employee Referral Program
• Additional Voluntary Benefit Programs
• Off-site company events & Employee Luncheons

Who are we?

Waltonen Engineering, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and will consider qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, marital status, weight, height, or the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or handicap.